Side effects of Dox Tablet

How to use Dox Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Dox 25mg Tablet at a fixed time.

How Dox Tablet works

Dox 25mg tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

In Depth Information on Dox Tablet

Expert advice for Dox Tablet

The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.

It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Dox to start working.

You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back.

If your doctor asks you to stop Dox, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.

Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Dox, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

CAUTION

Dox 25mg Tablet is probably usafe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.

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Driving

Dox 25mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or d

ecrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

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Kidney

SAFE

Dox 25mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dox 25mg Tablet is recommended.

However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

No. Dox is not a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug. It might however cause certain withdrawal effects when the treatment is stopped abruptly. Hence, it is advisable to consult your doctor before stopping the treatment